Civic Genius

Thanks to the Democracy Center at the University of Rochester, the Central Library of Rochester & Monroe County NY, and YOUnify for making it all possible.

Participants built skills in deliberative democracy and explored how to lead informed, productive public discussions that bring everyone to the table.

Rochester had a packed house for It’s Your America, with 75 community members joining for real conversations about public safety and how to get more people involved.

Since when does minority rule?

Elections only reflect the people who vote. Check out ourcivicgenius.org to learn what your government does, and visit activote.net to see your upcoming elections.

Your ideas, perspectives, and energy help shape the future of civic spaces across the country.
📢 Let’s amplify youth voices! Tag a young changemaker below ⬇️ #CivicLearningWeek #ItsYourAmerica #YouthVoice #DeliberativeDemocracy #CivicEngagement

Through It's Your America, we provide spaces where young people can discuss real issues, improve their civic fluency, and gain the confidence to take action.
If you're a young leader—or know one—who’s passionate about civic engagement, we invite you to attend an upcoming It's Your America session.

Civic Learning Week is a time to recognize and uplift young people who are shaping our democracy. At Civic Genius, we know that when youth participate in deliberative conversations, communities make better decisions.

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We’re teaming up with @mohaiseattle.bsky.social , King County Library System and Seattle CityClub to help the Puget Sound region build skills for problem-solving, develop consensus solutions, and make an action plan for staying engaged. Register at tinyurl.com/civicgeniuse...

Events - Civic Genius

Learn how to build common ground and make a difference on the issues that matter to you – no experience necessary!

Merriam-Webster may have dubbed “polarization” the 2024 Word of the Year, but we're not getting hung up on it. Here's what we're taking into 2025, and what we hope gets left behind. Help us get 2025 started off right! Support us today at the link in our bio.

It’s been an impactful year of creating opportunities for action-oriented civic engagement and deliberation.
Thank you for being a part of it. 2025 is shaping up to be even bigger — stay tuned for what’s next!

2024, wrapped! Support us today, link in bio!

This year, Civic Genius traveled across the U.S. and even Canada, joined forces with the National Civic League, and partnered with YOUnify on a citizen assembly in Utah.

Ghostbusters and the EPA This is "Ghostbusters and the EPA" by Civic Genius on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them.

Who you gonna call? GHOSTBUSTERS! But wait...what about the EPA? 🌍🚫👾 What side are you on in the clash between busting ghosts and protecting the environment? 👷‍♂️🛑💚 #Ghostbusters #EPAvsGhosts #civic #environment

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Back to the Future and the US Nuclear Regulatory Commission This is "Back to the Future and the US Nuclear Regulatory Commission" by Civic Genius on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them.

🚀✨ "Great Scott! Did you know Back to the Future isn’t just about time travel—it’s also a sneaky lesson on nuclear safety? 🕒⚡ Watch as we dive into plutonium-powered DeLoreans and the real-life lessons they inspire! 🔥🚗💨 #BackToTheFuture #NuclearSafety
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